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The
Demings
Digest
October 2025
| | Participants from a youth mentoring group attend the 2024 Orange County Community Conference. | | |
Greetings,
Fall is officially here! With cooler weather arriving, now is the perfect time to step outside and enjoy the many festivals, celebrations and activities happening across Orange County this month. From the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival to an afternoon with furry friends at Barkoberfest, there truly is something for everyone.
Looking ahead, the Orange County Community Conference returns next month. This in-person event will be held at the Orange County Multicultural Center on Saturday, November 15, at 7:30 a.m. Attendees can look forward to informative sessions, hands-on workshops and engaging speakers throughout the day — a great opportunity to get involved and connect with your neighbors.
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Join us for the 2025 Community Conference!
The annual Community Conference is your chance to connect, learn and get inspired about strengthening neighborhoods across Orange County. This event features workshops covering a wide range of topics designed for residents, voluntary neighborhood organizations, homeowners associations and community groups.
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Orange County Multicultural Center
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Slowing Down to Save Lives: Orange County's Approach to Safer Streets | Neighborhoods across the County are becoming calmer and safer thanks to innovative traffic-calming devices designed to protect pedestrians and improve quality of life. | | | |
Cultural Grants Deliver Big Returns | The arts are driving economic growth, attracting tourism and enriching daily life in Orange County — made possible through strategic cultural investments. | | | | Family Fun Day and Resource Fair | | |
Join us for a fantastic day at Barnett Park at our Family Fun Day and Resource Fair. Bring the whole family for fun, food, and community connections. This event is open to everyone and is packed with fall-themed fun and helpful resources for all.
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Barnett Park
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The Orange County Peanut Butter Challenge is underway! Join UF/IFAS Extension Orange County in supporting local families this holiday season. Donate unopened, fresh jars of peanut butter now through October 31 at select Orange County Parks & Recreation locations. All donations will help stock local food pantries and benefit families in need.
Learn more about the Orange County Peanut Butter Challenge.
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Join us for a spooktacular afternoon and bring the whole family to our Trick or Treat Safe Zone. Visit the Orange County Regional History Center and the Orlando Public Library in downtown Orlando for free trick or treating along with a scavenger hunt, creepy crafts, candy, games, and more.
Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025
Time: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Orange County Regional History Center
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4Roots Harvest Festival
October 11, 9 a.m.
Enjoy family-friendly activities, including a costume contest, kids zone and more.
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Bithlo Trunk or Treat
October 18, 5 p.m.
Join Commissioner Martinez Semrad for an evening of spooky family fun at the Bithlo Neighborhood Center for Families.
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Spooktacular Stroll
October 25, 10 a.m.
Visit Cypress Grove Park for a morning of music, food, candy and fun hosted by Commissioner Mayra Uribe.
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Hispanic Heritage Art
Through October 16
Showcasing works from local artists, along with traditional clothing.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's
October 4, 7:30 a.m.
A community event honoring the fight to end Alzheimer's.
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Purple Door Luncheon
October 8, 11 a.m.
Harbor House of Central Florida honors advocates and celebrates survivors of domestic violence.
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Autumn Art Festival
October 11-12
This community sidewalk show features quality visual art and live entertainment.
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Diwali Festival of Lights
October 17, 5 p.m.
Experience Indian cultural music, arts and dance as we celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights.
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Come Out with Pride
October 18, 12 p.m.
Celebrate love, acceptance and community during Central Florida’s most colorful parade and festival.
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Making Strides of Orlando
October 25, 7 a.m.
Walk alongside survivors and friends in the fight against breast cancer.
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Barktoberfest
October 26, 12 p.m.
Meet adoptable pets and explore vendors at this annual pet-friendly event.
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ArtsInOrlando.com
Fall Season
Cultural destinations, local art scene, workshops, camps, and a calendar to explore.
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